24/09/2025
Three Students Evacuated From Gaza Arrive To Study In NI
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has confirmed that three students, recently evacuated from Gaza, have arrived in Northern Ireland to begin their studies at a local Higher Education Institution.
The Minister said that she has been working with the British Government to ensure "prompt and safe passage" for all students from Gaza who have scholarships to universities in Northern Ireland. She expressed her delight that the students had arrived safely and can now pursue their studies.
Ms Archibald confirmed that last week she wrote to the British Government's Foreign and Home Secretaries, calling for "urgent action" to ensure the safe and earliest possible arrival of a remaining student.
The Minister stressed that there is a responsibility to do everything possible to support the students and to be mindful of their wellbeing after "what they have lived through over the last two years." She added that it is important to ensure they receive a "very warm welcome."
Ms Archibald confirmed that last week she wrote to the British Government's Foreign and Home Secretaries, calling for "urgent action" to ensure the safe and earliest possible arrival of a remaining student.
The Minister stressed that there is a responsibility to do everything possible to support the students and to be mindful of their wellbeing after "what they have lived through over the last two years." She added that it is important to ensure they receive a "very warm welcome."
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